A talent war has erupted at CNN .
Network heavy hitters Anderson Cooper and Jake Tapper have been rumored to be clashing behind-the-scenes for some time now – and a hot mic moment has exposed the bitter feud to viewers, RadarOnline.com can reveal.
The awkward on-air moment came during the network's coverage of Donald Trump 's meeting with Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, last week. Article continues below advertisement
Tapper's Hot Mic Moment Exposes Feud
During the broadcast, Cooper handed off the coverage to Tapper, who was on location in Alaska, but the transition was anything but smooth.
The mic caught Tapper as he snapped at his colleague: "I'm fine. Just give me my show back!"
Cooper seemingly took delight in Tapper's embarrassment and quipped: "The show's